#88AEE9

Q: What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #88AEE9?

RGB(136, 174, 233), HSL(216.5, 68.8%, 72.4%), CMYK(41.6%, 25.3%, 0.0%, 8.6%).

Q: Does #88AEE9 meet WCAG contrast on white?

2.26:1 — WCAG AA fail, AAA fail for normal text.

Overview

#88AEE9 is a cool, light color. In RGB it is 136, 174, 233, in HSL 216.5°, 68.8%, 72.4%, and in CMYK 41.6%, 25.3%, 0.0%, 8.6%. The nearest named color is steelblue 2.

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Color Values

HEX

#88AEE9

RGB

136, 174, 233

HSL

216.5, 68.8%, 72.4%

HSV

216.5, 41.6%, 91.4%

CMYK

41.6%, 25.3%, 0.0%, 8.6%

OKLCH

0.7456 0.0954 259.0

Properties

Cool Light Nearest: steelblue 2

Color Psychology

Light blues are universally associated with clear skies, serenity, and trustworthiness. They lower blood pressure and heart rate, making them the most psychologically calming chromatic colors. Baby blue in particular symbolizes gentleness, innocence, and reliable safety.

Design Usage

Soft blues are the most widely used background color in enterprise software, social media, and healthcare apps. They create a professional yet friendly atmosphere that encourages prolonged engagement. Use them for empty states, onboarding screens, and informational banners that should feel non-threatening.